Popular movies used for phishing, the preferred method of cybercriminals
Users are always on the lookout for trendy things as they go viral quickly, but this becomes a weakness that cybercriminals take advantage of and deceive many. One of the most common cases is movies used for phishing, as many fans are looking forward to the release of any of their favorite movies. In recent […]
Google is turning on the two-factor authentication for every user
The two-factor authentication has become a new layer of security for many systems and services. Still, the most recent one to implement it as a mandatory feature is Google, enrolling about 150 million users automatically before the year ends. There are some details about this change; keep reading to find out more! Read: GriftHorse is […]
GriftHorse is the new malware to steal bank information
GriftHorse is the new malware that is causing trouble for users of Android smartphones. This is not the first or last malware that could appear on those devices. However, this can cause many damages, not only monetarily, but also the constant notifications and different features that activate on them. Keep reading to find out more! […]
Twitch is facing a massive data leak
Twitch is an interactive livestreaming platform, mostly used by “gamers” that like to show their skills on different games. The service is owned by Amazon, but this week presented a huge fail on its servers that allows a malicious third party to access classified information. There is so much to say about this, but so […]
October is Cybersecurity Month
October is Cybersecurity Month, an event held annually for 18 years. It’s a way to raise awareness about the importance of this practice for everyone. Cybersecurity is not just something that the government or the industries should take care of; this should be something that all users are aware of, so that the gap of […]
Protect your bank information with these tips
Using online banking has become one of those things integrated into the routine. Users can check their corporate email, then move onto the personal one, read the latest news, send a funny meme to a friend through Facebook, and finally open their bank app. It sounds so easy and convenient not to step foot in […]
How to recognize fake emails
Every person uses some type of email service, mostly when corporations give a new address to their employees. But, due to this high demand, fake emails are regularly used for phishing, tricking users into believing certain information that results in huge damage not only for the user but also for the organization. Recognizing these emails […]
How AI is changing the entrepreneurship world
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing and improving the entrepreneurship world. But how is this happening? Is AI safe for organizations? All these questions have been answered over time; however, there is still so much to learn and put into practice. And, of course, technology is always changing and evolving, so AI can definitely be surprising. […]
Dangers of Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality (VR) is a great way to experience the future, but as with other technologies, there are some things that users must be aware of. Plus, taking into account we live in a world highly connected, it’s not strange that many of those devices are at risk of being attacked. In this article, cybersecurity […]
How safe are online video games?
In this connected world, there is a community that’s starting to have more spotlight each year: the gamer community. But right now, online video games are what they love the most, bringing a new branch called e-sports and a new generation of athletes which, of course, kids are looking upon and they really want to […]
The implications of AI technology
AI technology, best known as artificial intelligence technology, is here to prove how human life can evolve. However, as it happened with different technologies throughout history, how it is used makes the difference. This is precisely why cybersecurity is playing an important role in this type of technology. This article will show how the future […]
Advantages of using a VPN connection
A VPN connection can be very useful, especially when cyberattacks are multiplying because many people work from home. This type of connection can offer another barrier of protection while browsing online. Plus, there are many other incredible advantages of using a VPN connection. If security and privacy are important for you, then this is exactly […]
Risky apps that can bring virus to devices
Apps make a device interesting; from keeping users informed to entertaining them, these apps can present many useful things, activities, and actions. But some of them can turn out to be risky apps for devices. Today’s article will be about those risky applications that could damage not only a device but also steal important and […]
Ethical hacking, does it exist?
Do ethics and hackers go along well? This question implies several factors but, surprisingly, yes. There is a practice called ethical hacking, which involves hackers doing what they know, but not with bad intentions. Actually, this type of hacking comes from investigation and the desire to help protect systems and networks. Let’s dive into what […]
Notorious hackers of all time
Hackers had always taken advantage of the vulnerabilities found in any system or network, but several of them have become so famous that they are called “Notorious Hackers.” Some are quite easy to recognize, while others are not that famous, but they left their print on the hacking history. This article will show the five […]
WordPress Plugin SEOPress Presented a Vulnerability
WordPress is one of the most popular platforms to create, design, and keep a website or blog. They use a variety of plugins to offer the best services to their users, and many of the websites there present incredible visuals, thanks to those plugins. However, this platform is not exempted from vulnerabilities, just as SEOPress […]
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act
The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) is a law made only to address computer-related offenses. This was created in 1986 but, of course, many things have changed while technology has advanced. So this Governmental Law has been under several modifications, but its core remains the same: reducing the cracking and hacking of computer systems […]
T-Mobile is a new victim of a cyberattack
This past Monday, the American mobile operator T-Mobile was the newest victim of a cyberattack. The attack put into a vulnerable position not only the company but all its users and their data. There hasn’t been lots of information, but this new cyberattack is just the newest one in a series of attacks that have […]
What hackers are hunting when they attack
Many are quite familiar with the term hacking thanks to movies and TV shows, but what exactly are the hackers hunting during those exciting and action-packed scenes? Well, the answer is not far from reality, just a little more boring than what appears in those fictional stories. Hackers are hunting any valuable data that they […]
How hackers access a system
Many organizations relied on their professional teams to keep up with security in any aspect, but we are humans, and some mistakes are bound to happen. That is where hackers attack, taking advantage of security flaws. So, how can hackers access a system? Well, the answer is a little complicated. However, here at Eagle Tech, […]